Aviation Fuel Requirements

Jet A1 turbine fuel must meet strict cleanliness standards. Particulates cause injector plugging and control valve wear. Free water promotes microbial growth and ice crystal formation. Filter water separators ensure fuel quality protecting aircraft safety.

Two-Stage Design

First stage cartridge filtration removes solid particles to 3-10 microns absolute. Second stage coalescing elements agglomerate water droplets for gravity separation. Combined stages achieve fuel cleanliness per ATA 103 specifications.

Coalescer Operation

Fuel flows through coalescing media causing water droplets to combine into larger drops. Large drops separate by gravity settling to sump. Coalesced water drains preventing carryover to aircraft. Removes free and emulsified water.

Vessel Configuration

Vertical pressure vessel with fuel inlet, multi-element filter stage, coalescer stage, water collection sump with high-level sensing, clean fuel outlet, automatic water drain. Aviation-quality construction meeting industry standards.

Material Selection

Aluminum or stainless steel construction for aviation fuel compatibility. Internal components meet fuel system cleanliness requirements. Seals and gaskets resistant to Jet A1 aromatics and additives. Corrosion protection per aviation standards.

Element Specifications

Filter elements rated 3-10 microns absolute depending on application. Coalescer elements specifically designed for Jet A1 water separation. Elements meet EI 1581 or equivalent aviation fuel filter standards.

Operating Pressure

Design pressure 50-150 psig typical for airport fuel distribution. Differential pressure monitoring across elements. Clean DP 2-5 psi increasing to 15-25 psi signaling element replacement per aviation maintenance practices.

Performance Standards

Achieves particulate removal per ISO 4406 cleanliness codes. Water separation to under 15 ppm free water meeting aviation fuel specifications ASTM D1655, DEF STAN 91-91, IATA Guidance Material.

Applications

Airport fuel hydrant systems, into-plane refueling, fuel farm filtration, aviation fuel storage protection, and any Jet A1 distribution requiring contamination control meeting aviation standards.

Water Detection

High-level water sensors in sump trigger alarms preventing water carryover. Automatic or manual drain removes accumulated water. Critical safety feature protecting aircraft fuel systems from water contamination.

Microbial Control

Water removal eliminates environment for microbial growth in fuel. Combination with biocide treatment prevents biological fouling. Essential for fuel system integrity and safety.

Element Replacement

Scheduled replacement per differential pressure or time intervals following aviation maintenance practices. Elements stock aviation-approved items. Proper documentation maintains aviation quality assurance.

Safety Features

Bonding and grounding preventing static discharge. Flame arresters where required. Pressure relief protection. Installation per NFPA 407 aviation fuel handling standards.

Performance Benefits

Ensures fuel quality meeting aviation specifications. Protects aircraft fuel systems from contamination. Prevents operational disruptions from fuel quality failures. Aviation-certified proven technology.

Construction Standards

Design and fabrication per aviation fuel system standards. Elements certified to EI 1581 or equivalent. Materials meet aviation specifications. Complete documentation with performance certifications and test reports.

ERGIL Jet A1 filter water separators provide aviation-grade fuel purification removing particulates and water protecting aircraft in airport fueling operations.